Ibas Launches Leadership Training to Lay Foundation for Good Governance in Rivers
Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas has declared that his administration is laying the groundwork for lasting, people-centred leadership.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of a four-day leadership training workshop in Port Harcourt on Monday, Ibas emphasised that the initiative marks a significant step toward reforming the state’s public service for sustainable development.
Organized by the Rivers State Government in partnership with the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), the high-level workshop attracted permanent secretaries, local government administrators, and directors from across state ministries.
“This administration is committed to building strong institutions, promoting efficiency, and fostering a results-driven public service,” Ibas said. “We are laying the foundation for a culture of good governance — one that will serve not just the present generation but also those to come.”
The workshop, according to Ibas, is designed to empower public servants to navigate complexity, implement reforms, and champion autonomy at the local government level, ensuring that meaningful results reach the grassroots.
He urged participants to “embrace the training with open minds and a clear commitment to translate learning into action,” adding that regular and targeted training is essential to breaking the cycle of stagnation and ensuring that government evolves with the needs of the people.
Ibas, a former Chief of Naval Staff, was appointed sole administrator of Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu on March 18, following the declaration of emergency rule in response to a prolonged political crisis.
